Barber & Beauty Programs in Escondido & San Diego County
With instructors who bring 40+ years of combined experience, Southern California College of Barber & Beauty trains barbers, cosmetologists, estheticians and nail techs with hands-on work on real clients, day and night schedules, and a team that has your back from your first tour to your license.
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Five careers. One campus.
Every program is state-approved, hands-on from the start and built to get you ready for the California state board written exam.
Real students1,000 hrsAs little as 6 moBarberFades, shaves & owning the chairExplore Barber →
Real students1,000 hrsAs little as 6 moCosmetologyHair, color, skin & nails in one licenseExplore Cosmetology →
Real students600 hrsAs little as 6 moEstheticianFacials, lashes & skin scienceExplore Esthetician →
Real students400 hrsAs little as 3 moManicuringNail art, care & techniqueExplore Manicuring →
Real students200 hrsAs little as 5 wksBarber CrossoverFor licensed cosmetologistsExplore Barber Crossover →Real campus. Real clients.
No stock photos here. This is where you will train, from the barbershop floor and spa rooms to the theory classroom, right in the heart of Escondido.
See what each path looks like
Tap a program to compare hours, schedules, what you will learn and where it can take you.
Barber Program
Clean fades, sharp lineups, hot towel shaves and the business of owning your chair. Train hands-on with real clients and instructors who have spent decades behind the chair.
- Clipper cutting & fadesTapers, skin fades, blends and lineups, from fundamentals to signature looks.
- The art of shavingStraight-razor and hot towel shaves with precision, comfort and proper post-care.
- Hair cutting & chemical servicesShear work, styling, permanent waving, chemical straightening, color and bleaching.
- Skin & scalp careFacials, scalp treatments and beard care that keep clients coming back.
- Health, safety & state lawsSanitation, disinfection and the California rules you need to pass state board.
- The business of barberingClient service, building your book and running your own chair.
- Full time 40 hrs/wk
- Part time 30 hrs/wk
- Part time 25 hrs/wk
- Night 25 hrs/wk
- Barbershops
- Booth rental
- Your own shop
- Men's grooming lounges
- Cruise ships & resorts
- Platform & education
Cosmetology Program
Cuts, color, styling, skin and nails, all in one license. Learn from instructors with 40+ years of combined experience and practice on real clients in our student salon.
- Hair cutting & stylingPrecision cuts, layers, blowouts, updos and braids for every hair type.
- Color & lighteningColor theory, foils, balayage, toning and corrective color.
- Chemical servicesPermanent waving, relaxers and chemical straightening done safely.
- Esthetics basicsManual, chemical and electrical facials, brow shaping and makeup.
- Manicuring basicsManicures, pedicures, artificial nails and wraps.
- Health, safety & state lawsLaws and regulations, disinfection, sanitation, physiology and anatomy.
- Full time 40 hrs/wk
- Part time 30 hrs/wk
- Part time 25 hrs/wk
- Night 25 hrs/wk
- Hair salons
- Color specialist
- Booth or suite rental
- Weddings & events
- Platform artist
- Salon owner
Esthetician Program
Facials, peels, waxing, brows and lashes, plus the science behind healthy skin. Train on professional equipment with real clients in our student spa.
- FacialsManual, electrical and chemical facials for every skin type.
- Skin analysisRead skin, recommend treatments and build home-care routines.
- Hair removalWaxing and tweezing techniques done safely and comfortably.
- Brows, lashes & makeupEyebrow beautification, lash services and makeup application.
- Health, safety & state lawsLaws, regulations and sanitation critical for safe skin care.
- Client care & retailConsultations, rebooking and recommending products with confidence.
- Part time (day) 25 hrs/wk
- Part time (night) 25 hrs/wk
- Day spas
- Med spas
- Skincare studios
- Lash & brow bars
- Resorts & hotels
- Skincare brands
Manicuring Program
Gels, acrylics, nail art, spa manicures and pedicures. Your fastest path to a California license, with hands-on practice in our student salon.
- Nail structureNail anatomy and the fundamentals of healthy, personalized nail care.
- Gels, acrylics & extensionsEnhancements, fills, soak-offs and wraps that last.
- Nail art & designYour signature touch, from clean French to intricate designs.
- Spa manicures & pedicuresRelaxing treatments plus hand and foot massage techniques.
- Nail & skin disordersSpot contra-indications so every service is safe.
- Hygiene & sanitationCalifornia health and safety standards for a spotless station.
- Full time 40 hrs/wk
- Nail salons
- Nail suite or booth
- Day spas
- Mobile nail artist
- Resorts & cruise ships
- Product educator
Barber Crossover Program
Already a licensed California cosmetologist? Add clipper work, fades and straight-razor shaving to your skills and earn your barber license in as little as 5 weeks.
- Clipper cutting & fadesTapers, skin fades and blends that set barbers apart.
- The art of shavingStraight-razor shaves, hot towels and beard design.
- Skin care for menFacials and grooming services that round out your menu.
- Health, safety & barber lawsSanitation and the California rules specific to barbering.
- Professionalism & serviceBuilding a barber clientele alongside your salon guests.
- State board prepGet ready for the California barber written exam.
- Full time 40 hrs/wk
- Part time 25 hrs/wk
- Night 25 hrs/wk
- Barbershops
- Salons offering barbering
- Booth rental
- Your own shop
- Men's grooming lounges
- Education
Compare programs side by side
California requires 1,000 hours for barber and cosmetology licenses, 600 for esthetics and 400 for manicuring. Licensed cosmetologists can cross over to barbering with 200 hours. The state board exam is written only.
From first visit to licensed pro
- 01Tour the campus
See the student salon, meet instructors and ask anything.
- 02Plan your schedule
Choose day, part-time or evening classes that fit your life.
- 03Sort out financial aid
Our team walks eligible students through federal aid and payment options.
- 04Train on real clients
Build skills and speed in our school-operated barbershop and salon.
- 05Pass the written exam
We prep you for the California state board written test.
- 06Get licensed & hired
Tap into our network of barbershops, salons and spas.
Best barber school in San Diego!... Organized school, instructors always professional, they teach you how to obtain your barber license without failure.Oliver W.Barbering graduate
I am very grateful to the College for helping me study and have my license... thanks to my teacher Mrs Azadeh Motamedi for her values.Graciella R.Cosmetology graduate
As a student here I love SCCBB... The teachers are attentive, the work is good and everybody is working every day to be a better stylist.Javier M.Student
Training North County’s next pros in Escondido
Looking for a barber school, cosmetology school or esthetician school near San Marcos, Vista, Oceanside or Poway? Our Escondido campus at 641 N Broadway sits close to the I-15 and Highway 78, so students commute in from across North San Diego County and San Diego for day, part-time and night classes.
- Escondido
- San Marcos
- Vista
- Oceanside
- Carlsbad
- Poway
- Rancho Bernardo
- Valley Center
- Ramona
- Fallbrook
- Temecula
- Encinitas
Monday to Thursday
9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
(442) 277-5847
Day, part-time and night options
Evening classes Mon to Fri, 5 to 10 PM
How long does it take to finish a program?
At 40 hours a week, the 1,000-hour Barber and Cosmetology programs take about 6 months. Esthetics (600 hours) takes about 6 months part-time, Manicuring (400 hours) about 3 months full-time, and the Barber Crossover (200 hours) about 5 weeks full-time.
Do you offer evening classes?
Yes. Barber, Barber Crossover, Cosmetology and Esthetician programs offer evening classes Monday through Friday, 5 to 10 PM, plus day schedules.
Is financial aid available?
Yes, for students who qualify. Our financial aid team can walk you through federal student aid, payment options and military education benefits.
Is there a practical state board exam?
No. California requires only the written state board exam. You build and prove your hands-on skills during training.
I am already a cosmetologist. Can I become a barber?
Yes. Our 200-hour Barber Crossover program is designed for licensed California cosmetologists who want to add a barber license.
Is there a barber or cosmetology school near San Marcos or Vista?
Yes. Southern California College of Barber & Beauty is in Escondido at 641 N Broadway, a short drive from San Marcos, Vista, Valley Center, Poway and the rest of North San Diego County.
Which programs can I take at the Escondido campus?
Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetician, Manicuring and Barber Crossover, all with day, part-time or night schedule options.
Your future starts here.
Visit our campus at 641 N Broadway in Escondido and find a schedule that fits your life.